Bosch 11255VSR 1 in. SDS-plus D-Handle Bulldog Xtreme Rotary Hammer

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I had owned this bulldog for seven years using it daily installing handrails in concrete, and apparently some one had to have it worse than me, so I purchased several competitor type hammer drills to no avail finally realized if you need to get the job done right! get the right tool for the job. purchased a new bulldog and have had absolutely not one problem. this bulldog hammer drill from bosch is definitely getting it done right.

Great concrete drill. Best value for the quality.Don't be cheap with the bits and it will do what it's supposed to.I like it's versatility and power. For some reason it seems to be quieter than other hammer drills. Be aware that it takes several hrs of use for the braking period (read the manual), but it will perform very well out of the box. It may not be powerful enough for heavy construction, but then again, it's not designed to do that. Get a bigger drill if that is what you need...

I have had a Bosch Bulldog for many years and have drilled thousands of holes with it - often in very difficult circumstances. It has survived being tossed around on concrete and amongst rubble. It has endured rain and being dropped in the mud on many occasions. But it just keeps on going.

While it isn't the fastest hammer drill in the world, it drills holes at an acceptable rate and stands up to whatever conditions you may throw at it.

I purchased this drill specifically to build finished walls in my basement. I needed to drill holes into 60 year old concrete to install Tapcon masonry screws to attach studs to the outside walls and sill plates to the floor. In the past I had used small non-SDS hammer drills which took excessively long to drill 3/16 holes. With the Bosch SDS drill and Bosch SDS bits it takes about 8-10 seconds per hole going about 5 inches deep. It is smooth and yet very lightweight. So far I have drilled 20 holes using the same Bosch SDS bit. This drill will be used extensively for several upcoming basement projects and possibly outdoor projects where drilling into concrete is a requirement. My new Bosch drill was one of the best and most time saving purchases I have ever made.

I bought this tool 2 months ago after trying a similar product from Ryobi.There is no comparaison between the 2 tools.The Bosch has more power and endurance and the D handle is more confortable :you have a better control when you are using a chisel.I would recommand this tool to any serious DIY.

For small chipping chores and ripping up tile this tool is excellent. I wound up using it on 3 project right after delivery, removing old floor tiles, chipping through a block wall to repair a leaking outside water pipe and breaking up some large limerick stones that were buried near my homes main water service line. Using 3 different types of chisels, the tool made short and easy work of each project. It was impressive. It won't get daily use, but having a hammer drill on hand definitely makes chipping and breaking jobs easier. The price on this Bosch hammer drill was big selling point for me. I prices them out all over and wanted this model. CPO had the best price and free ,fast shipping. I will continue to buy my recon tools from CPO. haven't been let down yet.

Bought this hammer drill a few years ago. Worked fine when drilling small holes in soft concrete but broke down when used for half and hour drilling holes in bluestone. Had it rebuilt at authorized service center and tried again. Same result when trying to chip a small shelf on a stone. Had rebuilt second time and put it on the shelf.Might be alright for homeowner or someone with low expectations but not for professional use.

I purchased this hammer drill to remove bricks from a fireplace surround. It removed the mortar joints with ease. The drill has loads of power and vibration is much less than other brands I have tried. Great product, I would buy it again.

I recently purchased this tool as a replacement for my much older spline drive version of hammer drill.I am very impressed with the speed and power of this tool.The main reason for this purchase was to drill through concrete walls for 1 1/2" core drilling ,which it does with no problem.

Even though it was reconditioned, this tool was just awsome to work with. I had a friend that had his Hammer Drill out (won't mention the name brand, it was embarrassing, and yes we both were using new bits) helping me with a concrete project up at the school, installing anchors on and around the track. He couldn't believe how fast and efficient this Hammer Drill worked. It blazed through the concrete with no problem! I would recommend getting other attachments specific for this Hammer Drill. It made life so much easier.

My friend said that when his Hammer Drill is worn out, he'll most definitely get one.

It was one of the best purchases that I recieved from CPO and definitely worth waiting for! I will definitely purchase from them again!

I have drilled numerous holes through brick and it seems to go right through. When used with a 1" masonry bit it does not have the power to keep hammering, the clutch engages a lot. It is light and easy to handle. Over all it beats a hammer drill.

I bought this great tool based on reviews I had seen on line and have been very pleased with the quality and performance of the "Bulldog" - a name it aptly deserves. I had tried to use another brand of 1/2 inch hammer drill and it struggled and over heated. I also bought the Bosch assortment of drill sizes and a chipping bit for some rock I had to break through and they are great quality also. This is a great tool and worth the extra money - will enjoy using it on future projects and my buddies will be able to borrow it IF I GET TO DRILL THE HOLES !!!

We use this product in commercial electrical construction and drill millions of 1/4 inch X 2 inch deep holes with these drills, they last a long time and I feel like we get more than our money's worth out of them.

This drill makes penetrations into concrete effortless. On one job I burned up two 1/2" hammer drills and then bought my Bulldog. The Bulldog made the job seem easy and would have saved me enough labor to pay for 2 Bulldogs.

As an historical restoration carpenter, I got tired of having to use the tool of a work colleague for our small concrete demo jobs. My regular Bosch hammer drill is good but it lacks that extra "oomph" when drilling into poured concrete and concrete block. And it can't chip away at concrete and tile like this Bosch sds can. Very happy so far with this one. My old one got stolen years ago and I can't believe it took me this bloody long to get around to replacing it!

I use this thing about everyday. It will drill 1 inch holes thru brick, block, and cement like its nothing. Flip the switch and you have a mini jack hammer, great for tearing out tile showers, peeling ceramic off of floors, or just about anything else you can imagine to do with it. I have a modified bit that will even drive pins into cement for setting foundation pins after footings are poured. An all around great tool!!!

An SDS Rotary Hammer easily outperforms a regular hammer drill. Indispensable when drilling into concrete or hard brick and can also be used as a power chisel. Bosch has been building them right for many years.

I have used this drill to bore holes in extremely dense concrete, block walls, stone floors, etc. and it has handled it all with ease. My last project required 15 1-inch holes and I completed the task in about 20 minutes. Awesome product and a reliable time-saver.

This was my first hammer drill, and am I glad I bought it. Right out of the box, I used it to break up a large outcrop of hard rock blocking one corner of my enclosed garden area. I also had to drill a few holes in a concrete wall to bolt some timber to it. With a regular drill and a carbide bit, this would have taken me several hours. I know, because I've done it a number of times over the years. The Bosch took care of the entire hole-drilling job in about ten minutes.

Got this to take care of smaller concrete and wood fence post break up. Does a great job chewing up old wood in areas that you don't want to break up concrete, like a mailbox post in the city sidewalk.

I use it to drill holes for concrete anchors. I will drill 30 to 50 holes per job.It always does the job with ease. I like it because it is always dependable, easy to use, & it beats up the concrete... not me! I used the bulldog model for 4 years with a previous employer & it was also shared with other workers. It suffered a lot of abuse & hard work. It never let me down. It is still in use today in its 5th year. When I started my own company I bought the 11255VSR without any hesitation. The quality is well worth the price. I know that this product will last for many trouble free years. That is worth the price right there. The last thing you want is to drive 6 Hrs. to a job site, in a remote location & try to use a tool that might work. You want a tool that you don't even have to think about that. One that will always be ready for anything you ask it to do... and that is the 11255VSR. Thanks Bosch for an excellent product!

Will this accept a 1/2 inch diameter drill bit? I mistakenly thought the 1-inch reference meant it would accept a drill bit with a shank of up to one inch. Looks like we won't be able to use our soil drill bit that has a half-inch diameter shank. :-( Please clarify...

BEST ANSWER:The Bosch 11255VSR requires SDS Plus bits. It is a specific system that has grooves in the shank of the bit to lock the bit into the chuck. This drill does not have a keyless chuck to tighten down onto a regular drill bit.SDS-Plus bits must be used, and there are a few made that have a 1/2in diameter, for example the Bosch model HC2084

BEST ANSWER:The Bosch 11255VSR requires SDS Plus bits. It is a specific system that has grooves in the shank of the bit to lock the bit into the chuck. This drill does not have a keyless chuck to tighten down onto a regular drill bit.SDS-Plus bits must be used, and there are a few made that have a 1/2in diameter, for example the Bosch model HC2084

New Vs. Reconditioned

What's the difference between New and Factory-Reconditioned?

Factory-Reconditioned products have been returned to the manufacturer and are restored to like-new operating condition; they go through a rigorous testing and inspection process. Plus, they offer a significant savings vs. new.

Reconditioned products may have minor cosmetic blemishes or scratches that do not affect item performance.

Reconditioned products may not come with all of the consumables the new version comes with (bits, sanding pads/papers, cases, etc.).

Both come with a manufacturer warranty and are covered by our Money Back Guarantee; New is 30 days, Reconditioned is 60 days.

Warranty

Bosch Standard Warranty

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation ("Seller") warrants to the original purchaser only, that all BOSCH portable and benchtop power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete portable or benchtop power tool product, transportation prepaid, to any BOSCH Factory Service Center or Authorized Service Station. For Authorized BOSCH Power Tool Service Stations, please refer to your phone directory.

All Factory Reconditioned Tools are covered under the same terms and conditions as the new tool warranty, for one (1) year from date of purchase except as noted below:

Cordless Tool batteries are covered for one (1) year from date of purchase

ProVantage Protection Plan is not applicable to reconditioned tools

One Year Service Protection Plan is not applicable to reconditioned tools

30-Day Money Back Refund or Replacement is not applicable to reconditioned tools

Dremel reconditioned tools are covered for 2 years from date of purchase

Tripods and Rods are covered for 90 Days from date of purchase

Reconditioned Tools/Kits may not contain the identical accessories, cases and kit contents
of the New Tool version.

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